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Brind’Amour and Tortorella are so much more than their coaching caricatures

Brind’Amour and Tortorella are so much more than their coaching caricatures

RALEIGH – The coaches are not supposed to be bigger stars than the players. But it’s hard to deny the presences of Rod Brind’Amour and John Tortorella.

Jordan Staal News / HITC / June 2
Hurricanes captain Jordan Staal reveals team’s mindset before Stanley Cup Final

Hurricanes captain Jordan Staal reveals team’s mindset before Stanley Cup Final

Carolina Hurricanes captain Jordan Staal has shared how the team is feeling ahead of the Stanley Cup Final against the Vegas Golden Knights. The Hurricanes will begin their Stanley Cup Final campaign when they host Vegas in Game 1 on Tuesday night in Raleigh.

Jackson Blake News / ESPN / June 2

'It's not very good': Hurricanes' Jackson Blake re...

The 22-year-old's playoff beard is drawing attention for what it lacks in thickness and makes up for with character.

Taylor Hall News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 2
Hurricanes forward Taylor Hall reveals biggest culture shock after Blackhawks trade

Hurricanes forward Taylor Hall reveals biggest culture shock after Blackhawks trade

Taylor Hall is playing in the Stanley Cup Final for the first time in his NHL career. The former first-overall selection in the NHL Draft is in his second season and first full campaign with the Hurricanes, after being traded from the Chicago Blackhawks.

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The '20-point Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz

The '20-point Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz

How many of the active NHL players to rack up at least 20 points in a single Stanley Cup Playoff run can you name in six minutes?

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Carolina Hurricanes News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 1
Hurricanes coach Rod Brind’Amour drops truth bomb on making Stanley Cup Final

Hurricanes coach Rod Brind’Amour drops truth bomb on making Stanley Cup Final

The Carolina Hurricanes are back in the Stanley Cup Final. It is their first appearance in the Final since 2006. That year, the Hurricanes were led by Rod Brind’Amour.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

NHL News / Yardbarker / June 1
Five things to watch in Stanley Cup Final

Five things to watch in Stanley Cup Final: Outstanding goalkeeping, first line battle and more

Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final between the Vegas Golden Knights and Carolina Hurricanes is Tuesday. Before the puck drops on the best-of-seven series, here are five things we're keeping an eye on throughout the championship round.

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Eric Tulsky News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 1
Hurricanes’ Eric Tulsky takes hilarious ‘assistant GM’ jab at fans ahead of Stanley Cup Final

Hurricanes’ Eric Tulsky takes hilarious ‘assistant GM’ jab at fans ahead of Stanley Cup Final

For the first time since 2006, the Carolina Hurricanes have advanced to the Stanley Cup Final, where they’ll battle the Vegas Golden Knights for hockey’s ultimate prize.

Seth Jarvis News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 1
Hurricanes’ Seth Jarvis opens up on Stanley Cup Final dream he’s had since age 7

Hurricanes’ Seth Jarvis opens up on Stanley Cup Final dream he’s had since age 7

The Carolina Hurricanes have a plethora of players preparing to skate in their first Stanley Cup Final, a stark contrast to a Vegas Golden Knights team making its second appearance on hockey’s biggest stage in four years.

Frederik Andersen News / Daily Faceoff / June 1
Mourning a tragedy, Hurricanes’ Andersen reaches precipice of greatness in Stanley Cup Final

Mourning a tragedy, Hurricanes’ Andersen reaches precipice of greatness in Stanley Cup Final

RALEIGH – Everything was different for Frederik Andersen a week ago. He was on the phone with his good friend and agent, Claude Lemieux, who had called to ask him a question.

Mikko Rantanen News / NHL Trade Talk / June 1
Why Carolina’s Letting Rantanen Go Turned Out Just Fine

Why Carolina’s Letting Rantanen Go Turned Out Just Fine

Carolina took a big swing, missed on Mikko Rantanen, and—credit where it’s due—they didn’t spiral or sulk about it. They just pivoted. That’s kind of the Eric Tulsky approach in a nutshell.

Taylor Hall News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 1
Taylor Hall gets real on ‘special’ time with Hurricanes ahead of Stanley Cup Final

Taylor Hall gets real on ‘special’ time with Hurricanes ahead of Stanley Cup Final

The Carolina Hurricanes defeated the Montreal Canadiens in the Eastern Conference Finals. This places the Hurricanes in the Stanley Cup Final for the first time since 2006.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / June 1
Fans triggered: Why Montreal’s GM took a shot at the Maple Leafs

Fans triggered: Why Montreal’s GM took a shot at the Maple Leafs

At Monday’s season-ending press conference for the Montreal Canadiens, their general manager was asked about the team’s playoff run, plans for the summer, and the lack of production from the team’s top stars in the series versus the Carolina Hurricanes.

Maple Leafs hire Judd Brackett, Freddie Hamilton
Hurricanes back in Stanley Cup Final after Canadiens rout
Mitch Marner, Taylor Hall make strong case for Stanley Cup MVP
Best players in Stanley Cup Final: Golden Knights have the star power
Does the NHL have a playoff format problem?
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / June 1
Is quality of competition a concern for Hurricanes heading into Stanley Cup Final?

Is quality of competition a concern for Hurricanes heading into Stanley Cup Final?

The Vegas Golden Knights and Carolina Hurricanes are set to square off in the Stanley Cup Final, with Game 1 on the slate for Tuesday night in Raleigh.

Jaccob Slavin News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 1
Jaccob Slavin pinpoints why Hurricanes are back in Stanley Cup Final

Jaccob Slavin pinpoints why Hurricanes are back in Stanley Cup Final

The Carolina Hurricanes fell short in four Eastern Conference Final appearances after winning the Stanley Cup in 2006 — but they’re finally back in hockey’s ultimate series.

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NHL News / Yardbarker / June 1
Does the NHL have a playoff format problem?

Does the NHL have a playoff format problem?

It was a rather anti-climactic end to the conference portion of the playoffs, and continued what has been a recent trend of the conference finals ending quickly and without long, back-and-forth series.

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Winners, losers from Stanley Cup playoffs: Hurricanes back in Cup Final after Canadiens rout
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NHL News / Yardbarker / May 31
Conn Smythe race: Marner, Hall make strong case for Stanley Cup MVP

Conn Smythe race: Mitch Marner, Taylor Hall make strong case for Stanley Cup MVP

Now that the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs have progressed into the Stanley Cup Final, it is time to start taking a look at the potential contenders for the Conn Smythe Trophy as playoff MVP.

The top 10 players in 2026 Stanley Cup Final: Golden Knights have the star power
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NHL News / Yardbarker / May 31
The top 10 players in 2026 Stanley Cup Final

The top 10 players in 2026 Stanley Cup Final: Golden Knights have the star power

Let's take a look at the top 10 players in this series.

John Tortorella hasn't been biggest factor in Golden Knights' turnaround
Golden Knights' Mitch Marner is grateful for first Stanley Cup Final trip
Hurricanes back in Stanley Cup Final after Canadiens rout
Oddsmakers set Hurricanes as favorite to lift Stanley Cup
Marner, Taylor Hall make strong case for Stanley Cup MVP
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Frederik Andersen News / The Hockey Writers / May 31
Frederik Andersen’s Stellar Postseason Boosting Hurricanes’ Stanley Cup Chances

Frederik Andersen’s Stellar Postseason Boosting Hurricanes’ Stanley Cup Chances

For the first time since 2006, the Carolina Hurricanes have reached the Stanley Cup Final. They will be playing for the most prestigious prize in hockey.

Eric Tulsky News / Ball Exclusives / May 30
How Eric Tulsky’s cap management has turned the Hurricanes into a Cup contender

How Eric Tulsky’s cap management has turned the Hurricanes into a Cup contender

After years of Eastern Conference final meltdowns, the Hurricanes have finally gotten over the hump. General manager Eric Tulsky, in only his second season with the franchise, has transformed a once-flawed roster into a playoff powerhouse thanks to his league-best cap management.

Carolina Hurricanes News / Field Level Media / May 30
Oddsmakers set Hurricanes as favorite to lift Stanley Cup

Oddsmakers set Hurricanes as favorite to lift Stanley Cup

The Carolina Hurricanes, fresh off winning the Eastern Conference championship on Friday, are sizable favorites to beat the Vegas Golden Knights in the Stanley Cup Final.

Jackson Blake News / The Hockey Writers / May 29
Hurricanes Pregame Presser: Blake & Brind’Amour Mindsets Ahead of Game 5

Hurricanes Pregame Presser: Blake & Brind’Amour Mindsets Ahead of Game 5

After their morning skate, some players, along with Rod Brind’Amour, met with a large contingent of media, from the U.S. and Canada, ahead of their Game 5 showdown with the Montreal Canadiens.

Carolina Hurricanes News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 28
Free Agent Focus: Carolina Hurricanes

Free Agent Focus: Carolina Hurricanes

Free agency is just over a month away, and teams are looking ahead to when it opens. Even with the UFA crop being thinned out in recent months, there will be some quality veterans set to hit the open market in July, while many teams also have key restricted free agents to re-sign.

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The 'Playoff power play goal leaders by team' quiz

The 'Playoff power play goal leaders by team' quiz

How many of the players with the most power play goals in the Stanley Cup Playoffs for each NHL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Carolina Hurricanes News / Field Level Media / May 27
First-period spree brings Hurricanes to verge of Stanley Cup Final

First-period spree brings Hurricanes to verge of Stanley Cup Final

The visiting Hurricanes scored three times in less than three minutes in the first period and Frederik Andersen made 18 saves, lifting Carolina to a 4-0 victory over the Montreal Canadiens in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference finals on Wednesday.

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The 'Active playoff game-winning goals' quiz

The 'Active playoff game-winning goals' quiz

How many of the active NHL players to record at least five game-winning goals in their Stanley Cup Playoff career can you name in eight minutes?

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